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I'm glad you guys like the black top, and it's gratifying to get the nice comments. Thank you! I've always liked this look, but it's only the third time we have had the opportunity to build one.
One often wonders, "Are they hiding some blemish in the wood with that black finish?" And of course the answer is a sheepish "yes". At least on this one. We have had this top in our stash for years. It has a glorious ring to it when tapped, but would win an ugly dog contest hands down. The hope was that some day one of our black-top-customers would return for a repeat. And he did! I love it when a good piece of wood can be used even if cosmetically inferior. Thanks again guys, Steve |
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A good day when you finish a Sitka/Macassar Ebony 00.
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Wow--beautiful!
I see you guys are sticking with that large triple dot inlay too! Not sure about that 4th one off to the side though...
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That is really an amazing looking guitar. The finish just exploded that grain.
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Is that Zebra skin? Never seen that before!
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That's a great back. Stunning.
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Thanks guys, this kind of animal is rarely seen in the wild, but I’ve got some pictures.
The surprise unveiling is supposed to happen in about an hour. What a graduation present! |
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I love wood grain as much if not more than most people, but that black top is so sexy and then turn it over and see that grain, what a wonderful guitar guys!!! Lucky graduate!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The bridge is really awesome too. What model is that?
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Really appreciate the kind words! Steve |
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And here is the happy recipient and proud papa:
IMG_2845.jpg Congrats on your graduation, Xan! Steve |
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Great picture, Congrats on your Graduation and the new guitar, I'm sure you will love it!
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That is a spectacular look - I really like it! You're sort of on a double 0 roll lately.
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Thanks guys, yes it seems we are building a fair number of these.
This happens when a "new" model is introduced. They enjoy a surge of interest. But also in this case, the design has proven itself to be so successful, these little guitars almost sell themselves. Steve |
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Here's an updated video of our Sitka/Bee's Wing Bubinga CS in preparation of a for sale post. Hope you enjoy!
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Looks and sounds great Steve...
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A bunch of nice archtops, flattops, a gypsy & nylon strings… |